Fundamental duties of every citizen

As per Article 51-A, the following are the duties of every citizen of India –

1.Abide by the Indian Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag, and the National Anthem
2.Cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom
3. Uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India
4.Defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so
5.Promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and renouncing practices derogatory to the dignity of women
6.Value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture
7.Protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and have compassion for living creatures
8. Develop scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform
9.Safeguard public property and to abjure violence
10.Strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement
11. Provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years. This duty was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002.